Delve deeper into the story of Waitangi and our nation’s history with these helpful resources.
Important
Documents
Te Tiriti o Waitangi, The Treaty of Waitangi
Examine and compare the two versions here
1831 Petition
Discover the 1831 petition from 13 chiefs to King William IV about lawlessness
He Whakaputanga – Declaration of Independence
In 1835 Northern Chiefs signed a declaration of independence . You can discover what lead up to this event.
Significant
People
Do you know Hongi Hika from Hōne Heke?
A selection of the key Māori & European figures associated with the making of The Treaty of Waitangi
First
Encounters
Discover Explorers, first meetings and more about immigration to New Zealand over the centuries
Heroic
Warriors & Soldiers
Learn more about the Māori involvement in conflict both in New Zealand & overseas
